What are the best sites to compare states and localities for relocating or land investments within the US?

Question

I,d like compare costs of living, local and state economies, schools,and taxes. Also I'd like to research government positions and activity on issues such as smoking, gun control& hunting, abortion and rites of emminent domain ect.

Answer 1

SEND LETTERS TO MAYORS, COC AND READ LOCAL NEWSPAPERS

Answer 2

I'd try a search of each state you're interested in. . .
"South Carolina demograhics" There's a whole lot of information usually.